<p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr">Turki Al-Sheikh, chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, topped ESPN's list as one of the most influential figures in the world of mixed martial arts and professional wrestling.</p><h2 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:hsl(180,75%,60%);">Turki Al-Sheikh</span></h2><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> According to the statement of the General Entertainment Authority, the rankings were prepared with the contribution of more than 30 prominent figures from players, promoters, media managers and executives, where the evaluation was based on several key factors, most notably the ability to make influential decisions, secure financing to support deals, influence in the market, in addition to the possibility of changing the sports scene with his presence.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Since Turki Al-Sheikh's emergence on the sports scene in 2023, he has been able to leave a clear mark in the world of boxing, mixed martial arts and professional wrestling. His most prominent impact was in the world of boxing, where he contributed to revitalizing the heavyweight category by providing financial support and promoting the organization of the most prominent events within the Riyadh season.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Al-Sheikh’s influence is also evident in his strong support for the upcoming UFC event at The Sphere in Las Vegas on Saturday, as well as his organization of the first UFC event in Saudi Arabia last summer, with plans to hold another event next year. He was also instrumental in attracting WWE to host major annual events in Saudi Arabia, as part of a 10-year agreement signed the previous year.</p>